Series synopsis
Saru Lock, also known as 猿ロック is a Japanese comedy television series that premiered on Nippon TV on July 23, 2009. It ended on October 15, 2009. It stars Hayato Ichihara, Sei Ashina, Gota Watabe and Sousuke Takaoka.
Yataro Sarumaru, nicknamed "Saru" is an average high school boy who daydreams about idols but otherwise has no luck with girls. While working with his father, a locksmith in Asakusa, Tokyo, he has gained exceptional skills to pick just about any lock. Using his exceptional skills, Yataro then finds himself solving various mysterious cases, while also trying his luck with the girls.
Premise
Yataro Sarumaru, nicknamed "Saru" is an average high school boy who daydreams about idols but otherwise has no luck with girls. While working with his father, a locksmith in Asakusa, Tokyo, he has gained exceptional skills to pick just about any lock. Using his exceptional skills, Yataro then finds himself solving various mysterious cases, while also trying his luck with the girls.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Hayato Ichihara as Yataro Sarumaru
- Sei Ashina as Ritsuko Mizuhara
- Gota Watabe as Yamamoto
- Sousuke Takaoka as Jiro Yamada
- Yoshiyuki Morishita
Guest cast
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 13 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | July 23, 2009 | October 15, 2009 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | H de obaka na natsu | July 23, 2009 |
| 2 | Kagiake kiki ippatsu | July 30, 2009 |
| 3 | Mizugi gyaru to seishun | August 6, 2009 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Nippon TV |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 23, 2009 |
| Last aired | October 15, 2009 |
| Status | Ended |